Gmelinite after Chabazite (ex Van Tichelen Collection)

Item Description

The rhombohedral Gmelinite crystals on this specimen are a lovely pink salmon color with very sharp faces, TOP luster and the classic "hillocks" to form what is an overall beautiful display piece. The largest crystal measures 2.0 cm. I cannot say for certain which species of Gmelinite this may be, but my best guess would be Gmelinite-Ca. The Gmelinites have actually formed pseudomorphs after preexisting Chabazite. For the quality, color and great visual appeal, this is a beautiful small cabinet specimen of this Zeolite species that often occurs in typically less than colorful crystals.